Your new organisation Hays are looking for experienced Mental Health Social Workers to join the CMHT teams with local authorities based individually across South, East and North London. Due to an increase in the number of referrals in the service, the teams have needed to expand and have several posts available.

Your new role You will undertake assessments and liaise closely with the local Mental Health Trust and with other departments of the mental health services in both the private and voluntary sector. You will work within both a clinical and social work environment, and will assess service users with complex mental health needs. If you have AMHP experience, you will have the opportunity to take up AMHP duties, and training is offered to help you progress as an expert in this field.

What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in this role, you must have:-

Current valid HCPC membership

Social Work experience within a Forensic or Community Mental Health Team

Knowledge of severe and enduring mental illness

Ability to work in a fast-paced team

AMHP/ASW experience is preferable but not essential

What you'll get in return Hays provides a bespoke specialist recruitment service with your own personal consultant. In addition, you will receive:

Access to highly commended Free CPD Training

Free DBS Service

Referral Scheme, £250 for each referral placed

Access to both Nationwide and Global social work opportunities

Your own choice of method of pay - PAYE, Ltd, Umbrella

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jessica Zhang now on 0207 259 8715.

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